NS205 Cell Biology
NS205 Cell Biology
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Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Jasmin Šutković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
To introduce students the basic concepts, principles and mechanisms of cell biology
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
BOOK1: World of the Cell, 8th edition, by Jeff Hardin, Gregory Paul Bertoni, Lewis J. Kleinsmith
Additional Literature
BOOK2: BIOLOGY- 7th edition. Campbell and ReeceTeaching Methods
Lecturing
Assignments and laboratory tutorials
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and Course Overview-Preview of the Cell | Book 1: Chapter 1 |
| 2 | Chemistry of the cell - LAB 1 (BIOSAFETY) | Book 1: Chapter 2 |
| 3 | Macromolecules of the cell | Book 1: Chapter 3 |
| 4 | Cells and Organells - QUIZ 1 | Book 1: Chapter 4 |
| 5 | Techniques of Microscopy lecture - LAB 2 | Supplementary course material |
| 6 | Flow of energy in the cell | Book 1: Chapter 5 |
| 7 | Enzymes: The Catalysts of Life | Book 1: Chapter 6 |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 9 | Cell membrane function and structure - LAB 3 | Book 1: Chapter 7 |
| 10 | Transport Across Membranes:Overcoming the Permeability - LAB 4 | Book 1: Chapter 8 |
| 11 | Structural Basis of Cellular Information:DNA, Chromosomes, and the Nucleus -QUIZ 2 | Book 1: Chapter 18 |
| 12 | Cell cycle- DNA replication –Mitosis - Meiosis - LAB 5 | Book 2: Chapter 19 and Chapter 20 |
| 13 | Paper presentation | supplementary course material |
| 14 | Paper presentation | supplementary course material |
| 15 | Review and final exam preparation |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NS205.1 | Course | Monday 10:00 - 12:50 | B F1.22 | - | - |
| NS205.1 | Tutorial | Thursday 09:00 - 09:50 | RC.G3 - GBE III | - | - |
| NS205.2 | Tutorial | Thursday 15:00 - 15:50 | RC.G3 - GBE III | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 12:00 | A F1.13 | Or any time via teams |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 11:00 | A F1.13 | Or any time via teams |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Lab tutorials
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
In-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Term paper
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 4 5
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Attendacne /participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Term paper
36 hours ⏳ (12 week × 3 h)
Laboratory
4 hours ⏳ (4 week × 1 h)
Home study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
In-term Exam Study
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Final Exam Study
14 hours ⏳ (2 week × 7 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [NS205] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Sep 09, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| NS205 | Cell Biology | 3 | 1 | 6 | Mon. 10:00-11:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | NS103 | It is a prerequisite to | BIO409, BIO411 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Jasmin Šutković | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 9:00-12:00 Or any time via teams Thursday: 9:00-11:00 Or any time via teams |
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| jsutkovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Abas Sezer | Assistant E-mail | asezer@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | To introduce students the basic concepts, principles and mechanisms of cell biology |
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| Textbook | BOOK1: World of the Cell, 8th edition, by Jeff Hardin, Gregory Paul Bertoni, Lewis J. Kleinsmith | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lecturing, assignments and laboratory tutorials | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction and Course Overview-Preview of the Cell | Book 1: Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Chemistry of the cell - LAB 1 (BIOSAFETY) | Book 1: Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Macromolecules of the cell | Book 1: Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Cells and Organells - QUIZ 1 | Book 1: Chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Techniques of Microscopy lecture - LAB 2 | Supplementary course material | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Flow of energy in the cell | Book 1: Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Enzymes: The Catalysts of Life | Book 1: Chapter 6 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Cell membrane function and structure - LAB 3 | Book 1: Chapter 7 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Transport Across Membranes:Overcoming the Permeability - LAB 4 | Book 1: Chapter 8 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Structural Basis of Cellular Information:DNA, Chromosomes, and the Nucleus -QUIZ 2 | Book 1: Chapter 18 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Cell cycle- DNA replication –Mitosis - Meiosis - LAB 5 | Book 2: Chapter 19 and Chapter 20 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Paper presentation | supplementary course material | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Paper presentation | supplementary course material | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Review and final exam preparation | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 35 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Lab tutorials | 4 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| In-term exam | 1 | 20 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Term paper | 1 | 10 | 4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 2 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Attendacne /participation | 1 | 5 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture | 3 | 14 | 42 | Term paper | 3 | 12 | 36 | |||
| Laboratory | 1 | 4 | 4 | Home study | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 6 | 2 | 12 | Final Exam Study | 7 | 2 | 14 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 22/09/2025 | |||||||||